Archive for October, 2008

How to Use Catfish Traps

Catfish traps are regulated or prohibited in many states. Before learning how to use catfish traps you should know the regulations for your area ahead of time. The reason for them being regulated so stringently regulated is that channel catfish must be able to move to breathe. If they can't breath they suffocate and die. You must also take responsibility for how you use the catfish traps. If you use the catfish trap to catch channel catfish for food that is fine but if you place the trap you must check it at least every 12 hours.

There are two types of catfish traps that are commonly used. One is a box made from wood slats with the entrance on one end across the bottom. The entrance into the box is angled out from the box. Another type is a box made from heavy wire mesh with a funnel made of wire at one end that narrows to a small opening in side the box. Both traps work by guiding the catfish through a small opening into the box. Whichever one you choose make sure it is big enough for the size fish you intend to trap. Big catfish are strong and can move a small trap especially if they have current helping them.

Once you have choosing what type of trap you will be using you need to decide on what bait you will be using. A lot of people use dog food. It does not cost much as a large supply can be purchased for fewer than ten dollars. Some of the other baits used are cheese, chicken livers, stink baits, and anything else you would normally use to fish for channel catfish. Another bait that seems to work very well is canned cat food but since cat food dissolves rapidly the best way to use it is to poke holes in the can and place the can in the trap.

That is all there is to it. Now you know how to use catfish traps. If it is legal in your area and you decide to use a catfish trap be responsible and check it as often as possible. Do not leave it in the water if you are not going to check it. Fish will swim into it and die.

Doug has been an avid angler for 35 years and is dedicated to providing you with the best Catfish Fishing information possible. For more information on catfish traps

Fall Fishing – Don’t Put That Gear Away Yet

I know that with fall there are many other activities that can interfere with your desire to go fishing. Maybe you have more chores to do on the weekend now that your kids are back in school and you have to deal with all their activities. Maybe you are looking forward to the hunting season or maybe you just like to watch football. In any case having time to fish may be a problem but I urge to find the time to go. Fall fishing can be one of the most rewarding times of year for any angler.

I urge you to go to your local river or stream and try fall fishing. You will find it to be beautiful with all the fall colors and tranquil as most other anglers have already put there tackle away. What a perfect way to relax after a hectic week of work and kids. Not only will you find peace but you should also find some great fishing.

Fish are cold blooded creatures whose activity does slow as the water temperature drops. But fish notice the change in water temperature and begin to stock up on food before the onset of winter. You will need to work your baits and lures a little slower than normal and you may have a little more trouble finding them but they group together this time of year so when you do, have fun.

As always, enjoy the fall fishing but be responsible and take care of the water or bank you are fishing on so that when we find your spot we can all enjoy the beauties of nature without the ugly reminders of civilization.

Doug has been an avid angler for 35 years and is dedicated to providing you with the best Catfish Fishing information possible. For more information on the fall fishing.

Fly Fishing in Boulder

Fly fishing in Boulder is an adventure that any angler would love to experience. There are many places to fly fish in the area and are all excellent places to explore. There are over 6,000 miles of fishing rivers and streams in Boulder County, this gives you many choices of where to go. There are also fishing clinics available through a number of adventure companies.

If you are looking to fish in Boulder you should be sure to obtain all the fishing season information and licenses needed. These are available at most of the sporting goods stores in Boulder and also at the Colorado Division of Wildlife. These things should be purchased prior to any fishing activities. Before adventuring out into the wilderness to fish you will want to visit one of the many fishing supply stores so that you can make the most of your fly fishing adventure.

Fly fishing in Boulder is fun and exciting and should be experienced to the fullest extent. There are professional anglers that are willing to take you on a fishing adventure of a lifetime. They will teach you all the techniques that one needs to know to fish the waters of Colorado. The clinics will teach you how to read the water, which is a special technique that will help you to determine where the fish are. They will also teach you how to tie knots and how to cast. These techniques are essential in learning the fly fishing ways. These lessons will be ones that will help you to "catch the big one".

If you are a novice fisherman and do not really know what kind of equipment that you will be needing for a fly fishing trip, there is no need to worry, your guide will have all the equipment necessary for your trip. You will be able to rent all the equipment that you need and your guide will be able to direct you in what equipment is absolutely necessary and what is not. So if you are new to the sport or if you are traveling a long distance to go fly fishing in Boulder there is no need to worry about what or how you will get the right equipment to get the job done.

Some of the equipment that you will be needing is a rod and reel, flies and some waders. All of this equipment can be either purchased or rented once you reach your destination.

There are many different species of fish that can be caught in the streams, rivers and lakes that you will be fishing in. Some of these include; brown trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat and brook. You will find an adventure around every corner of each river. You will find it exciting to reel in a different species with each cast of your line.

Fly fishing in Boulder is an exciting adventure that should be experienced by both the experienced and the inexperienced fisherman. This is a beautiful area to cast your line and relax your mind.